1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 323. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 323 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | C21 | 323 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |